Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mallota
ID:
4105

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20(3): 203 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003434

Common Names

  • Chromolaena
  • Chromolaena Mallota
  • Mallota

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium mallotum mallotum [unknown]
  • Chromolaena mallota mallota [unknown]
  • Eupatorium mallotum B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium mallotum aporum B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena mallota (also called Chromolaena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a single stem with a few branches and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with a length of up to 10 cm and a width of up to 5 cm. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena mallota is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chromolaena mallota is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena mallota is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings in spring or summer. Take cuttings from the tips of the stems and remove the lower leaves. Plant the cuttings in a well-drained potting mix and keep them in a warm, bright location. Water regularly and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Chromolaena mallota

Chromolaena mallota is native to South America and can be found in wet, marshy areas.

Chromolaena mallota FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena mallota?

Chromolaena mallota

What is the common name of Chromolaena mallota?

Mallow Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Chromolaena mallota?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

Species in the Chromolaena genus

Chromolaena larensis, Chromolaena squalida, Chromolaena collina, Chromolaena heteroclinia, Chromolaena santanensis, Chromolaena trujillensis, Chromolaena mallota, Chromolaena maximilianii, Chromolaena anachoretica, Chromolaena elliptica, Chromolaena myriocephala, Chromolaena arrayana, Chromolaena pseudinsignis, Chromolaena oxylepis, Chromolaena geranifolia, Chromolaena mucronata, Chromolaena corymbosa, Chromolaena horminoides, Chromolaena callilepis, Chromolaena bullata, Chromolaena chrysosticta, Chromolaena campestris, Chromolaena porphyrolepis, Chromolaena tamaulipasensis, Chromolaena pellia, Chromolaena sagittata, Chromolaena impetiolaris, Chromolaena kleinii, Chromolaena arnottiana, Chromolaena xestolepis, Chromolaena caldensis, Chromolaena bigelovii, Chromolaena breedlovei, Chromolaena picta, Chromolaena tunariensis, Chromolaena ossaeana, Chromolaena integrifolia, Chromolaena hookeriana, Chromolaena bathyphlebia, Chromolaena lucayana, Chromolaena herzogii, Chromolaena bahamensis, Chromolaena roseorum, Chromolaena macrantha, Chromolaena moritziana, Chromolaena steyermarkiana, Chromolaena xestolepidoides, Chromolaena pedunculosa, Chromolaena ponsiae, Chromolaena orbignyana,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-103316: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.